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Senior Director, Marketing, Tinder Japan

Location
Tokyo
Department
Marketing
Job Type
Full Time
Focus

Our Mission:

As humans, there are few things more exciting than meeting someone new. At Tinder, we’re on a mission to power and inspire real connections by making it easy and fun for every new generation of singles. With tens of millions of users, hundreds of millions of downloads, 2+ billion swipes per day, 20+ million matches per day, and a presence in 190+ countries, our reach is expansive—and rapidly growing. We work together to solve complex problems. Behind the simplicity of every match, we think deeply about human relationships, behavioral science, network economics, AI and ML, online and real-world safety, cultural nuances, loneliness, love, sex, and more.

Our Values:

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One Team, One Dream

We work hand-in-hand, building Tinder for our members. We succeed together when we work collaboratively across functions, teams, and time zones, and think outside the box to achieve our company vision and mission.

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Own It

We take accountability and strive to make a positive impact in all aspects of our business, through ownership, innovation, and a commitment to excellence.

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Never Stop Learning

We cultivate a culture where it’s safe to take risks. We seek out input, share honest feedback, celebrate our wins, and learn from our mistakes in order to continue improving.

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Spark Solutions

We’re problem solvers, focusing on how to best move forward when faced with obstacles. We don’t dwell on the past or on the issues at hand, but instead look at how to stay agile and overcome hurdles to achieve our goals.

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Embrace Our Differences

We are intentional about building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of our members. By leveraging different perspectives and other ways of thinking, we build better experiences for our members and our team.

The Role:

Our Mission

As humans, there are few things more exciting than meeting someone new. At Tinder, we’re inspired by the challenge of keeping the magic of human connection alive. With tens of millions of users, hundreds of millions of downloads, 2+ billion swipes per day, 20+ million matches per day, and a presence in 190+ countries, our reach is expansive—and rapidly growing.

We are looking for a brand leader for Japan to shape and grow Tinder business and brand. This is a high-impact role that will report directly to the Tinder VP of Asia.

You will

  • Set Tinder Japan's brand KPI and translate into multi-year integrated marketing strategies and campaigns to achieve brand growth including revenue, user, equity.
  • Build, inspire and lead a Tinder Japan team to drive and execute GTM plans. Leads team in operating with a growth and team-first mindset, with clearly defined roles, career paths.
  • Annual and quarterly marketing planning including investment strategies, brand campaign, partnerships, media strategy and marketing innovations.
  • Lead the creation of impactful marketing collateral, content, and messaging that resonates with target audience.
  • Closely monitor ecosystem health and implement right CRM, Product marketing strategy to maximize user experience and monetization opportunities.
  • Partner with communications team to deliver proactive PR strategy.

You have

  • Proven experience in building and shaping the world’s best consumer brands. Ideally with experience on brand focused on youth, culture or digital.
  • Strong business acumen with proven track record of driving revenue growth
  • Collaborate team player with experience in leading the team, by setting clear and challenging goals.
  • Experience of making data-informed business and marketing strategies with effective analytical thinking
  • A proven track record across all marketing disciplines with full funnel consumer experience

Key deliverables

  • Delivering the Japanese market growth strategy, targets and brand health of the Tinder brand in Japan.
  • Delivering marketing efficacy against country goals and fiscal management of all budgets etc.
  • Leading the Japanese marketing team, responsible for operational structure, performance reviews and growth plans of each team member.
  • Managing a marketing budget of which you can allocate as needed to different initiatives to deliver against Japan market goals.
  • Overseeing the execution of Tinder Japan marketing initiatives, including localized CRM, PR, growth, brand, performance and influencer marketing.
  • Collaborating with other cross-functional teams within Tinder (product/engineering, other regions, and other Match Group brands).
  • Delivering a clear understanding of local consumer insights as it relates to product usage and needs, cultural nuances and user behaviour.
  • Managing Press Relations and Government Relations by working with internal and external teams

Salary Range:

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Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.

We don’t just

accept

difference, we

celebrate

it

We strive to build a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of our members around the world, and we value unique perspectives and backgrounds. Even if you don’t meet all the listed qualifications, we invite you to apply and show us how your skills could transfer. Tinder is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace where we welcome people of all sexes, gender identities, races, ethnicities, disabilities, and other lived experiences.

Learn more about inclusion at Tinder
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If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact employeebenefits@matchgroup.com.

We don’t just

accept

difference, we

celebrate

it

We strive to build a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of our members around the world, and we value unique perspectives and backgrounds. Even if you don’t meet all the listed qualifications, we invite you to apply and show us how your skills could transfer. Tinder is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace where we welcome people of all sexes, gender identities, races, ethnicities, disabilities, and other lived experiences.

Learn more about inclusion at Tinder
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If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact employeebenefits@matchgroup.com.

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